Staff Software Engineer, GTM Engineering

Block; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 222,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Canada is seeking a Staff Software Engineer for GTM Engineering. This role requires over 12 years of experience in managing large backend projects and strong communication skills. The ideal candidate will drive critical infrastructure used by the company and its customers, leading cross-functional initiatives. The position offers a competitive salary range of $222,900 — $334,300 CAD depending on location and experience, alongside comprehensive benefits including remote work options.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Flexible time off

Retirement savings plans

Modern family planning

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience delivering high-value projects.
• Track record of leading large backend projects at scale.
• Strong skills in communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Drive critical infrastructure relied upon by the company and customers.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives impacting current and future projects.
• Contribute to technical leadership and improve operational stance.

Skills

Backend project management

Communication

Collaboration

Tools

Java

Golang

Python

AWS

MySQL

NoSQL

Kafka

Temporal

Job description

Overview

Staff Software Engineer, GTM Engineering

Block is one company built from many blocks, all united by the same purpose of economic empowerment. The blocks that form our foundational teams — People, Finance, Counsel, Hardware, Information Security, Platform Infrastructure Engineering, and more — provide support and guidance at the corporate level. They work across business groups and around the globe, spanning time zones and disciplines to develop inclusive People policies, forecast finances, give legal counsel, safeguard systems, nurture new initiatives, and more. Every challenge creates possibilities, and we need different perspectives to see them all. Bring yours to Block.

You Will

• Drive critical infrastructure that the company and its customers rely on.
• Partner cross-functionally with a broad impact on current and future projects throughout the company
• Lead org-wide initiatives: influencing our technical strategy for communications across multiple products
• Contribute to our technical leadership - share learnings, improve our operational stance, and drive the future of our communication platform

You Have

• 12+ years of experience delivering high-value, high-impact projects
• A track record of leading large backend projects at scale
• Strong skills in communication and collaboration with cross-functional peers

Bonus

• Experience with SMS, VOIP, or email infrastructure

Technologies We Use and Teach

• Java, Golang, Python
• AWS, MySql, NoSql, Kafka, Temporal

We are an equal opportunity employer evaluating all employees and job applicants without regard to identity or any legally protected class. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team, and always assess candidates on an individualized basis. We believe in being fair, and are committed to an inclusive interview experience, including providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, let your recruiter know. Want to learn more about what we\'re doing to build an inclusive workplace? Check out our Inclusion & Diversity page.

Block takes a market-based approach to pay, and pay may vary depending on your location. Canada locations are categorized into one of two zones based on a cost of labor index for that geographic area. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Zone A:

$222,900 — $334,300 CAD

Zone B:

$222,900 — $334,300 CAD

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Every benefit we offer is designed with one goal: empowering you to do the best work of your career while building the life you want. Remote work, medical insurance, flexible time off, retirement savings plans, and modern family planning are just some of our offering. Check out our other benefits at Block.

Block, Inc. (NYSE: XYZ) builds technology to increase access to the global economy. Each of our brands unlocks different aspects of the economy for more people. Square makes commerce and financial services accessible to sellers. Cash App is the easy way to spend, send, and store money. Afterpay is transforming the way customers manage their spending over time. TIDAL is a music platform that empowers artists to thrive as entrepreneurs. Bitkey is a simple self-custody wallet built for bitcoin. Proto is a suite of bitcoin mining products and services. Together, we’re helping build a financial system that is open to everyone.

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